Hey, Le Corbusier, Let's Take This Outside

The LC3, Corbusier's reinterpretation of the traditional club chair, may be one of modernism's most iconic designs. You've seen it before—a severe statement in black leather which let's you know it's that kind of lobby. But the outdoor version that Cassina recently introduced (and debuted in the US last week) has an entirely different air to it. The textile on the model for your roof deck is lighter and has just a hint of sheen, which gives the chair a much more casual feel. It's more like a modern linen suit, and less like a tuxedo. And while the outdoor LC3 is engineered to withstand the elements (its cushions are mold resistant and allow water to drain through), there's no reason you can't invite this chair inside. Never before has modernism looked so relaxed.